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Benefits of Belonging
Home Builders
Association of
Greater
Governmental Affairs
Protect your livelihood thru legislation and
advocacy. Powerful representation to defend you
against excessive regulations locally, statewide and
nationally. Opportunities for you to have your voice
heard by our municipal officials and legislators.
Networking Opportunities
Grow your business with social events such as the
Installation Banquet, Sport Clay Shoot, Golf Outing,
Softball Tournament, Membership Events and many
more throughout the year. Join a committee or
council and work with other industry professionals
monthly.
Educational Opportunities
Expand your skills with professional education.
Seminars focused to comply and keep up with the
latest trends and applications in today’s
marketplace with regulations, new technologies and
business strategies.
Promote Your Business
 Website exposure for all members that brings
over 8,000 visitors monthly.
 Spring Home Show in Belleville attracts over
5,000 consumers that offer exhibiting discounts
for HBA members.
 Annual Public Directory providing consumers
with HBA member contact information received
by 50,000 + local home owners.
 Collective marketing opportunities to keep
consumers and industry peers informed of
member services and products.
Industry Updates & Information
*Monthly Newsletters *Weekly E-News
*Code Compliance Links
*Website Resources
Cost Savings
Benefit packages from Local, State and National
programs designed to offer monetary savings
for business needs such as insurance, computers,
office supplies, GM vehicles, FedEx shipping and
many others.
Southwest Illinois
MEMBERSHIP:
THE MOST IMPORTANT TOOL
IN YOUR TOOL BELT!
JOIN US TODAY! Please complete and return your Membership Application enclosed

Objections Answered
How much is it?
The investment is $595 and a portion is tax deductible. Your
membership dues will be more than recouped when you utilize
the many association benefits and services. Your cost of doing
business would be higher if the association wasn’t working on
your behalf.
I don’t have the time..
Work smarter, not harder. We keep you informed and reduce
the time you need to keep up with industry developments
through many publications.
HBA is all about money
The HBA is a not-for-profit trade association that creates a zero
balanced budget annually. The portion of local dues and
fundraisers supports the staff and business expenses while
promoting the industry to consumers and tradesmen alike.
Maybe later
Later may be too late. You really can’t afford to delay in being
informed with the fast changes in the industry. Your support
now will ensure that we continue to represent all facets of the
industry.
I have my own association that represents my
specific interests.
As a member of the HBA you would have more of your interests
represented along with an inside track on the latest industry
news, housing starts and the opportunity to work alongside peers
to improve the industry for everyone’s benefit.
Meeting times are not accommodating
Meeting times and places vary depending on your involvement
and needs. There are HBA activities at all times of the day,
week and month to be involved with. Plus, any employee of
your business can attend a meeting in your place.
I’m too small - I can’t compete with the big
guys.
70% of our builder members construct less than 25 units a year
and started off just like you.
It is your responsibility to
be part of your industry
professional organization

Home Builders Association of Greater Southwest Illinois
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
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COMPANY PROFILE:
We can serve you better if we know you better. Please check
your classification(s) from the list below
Number of Employees:
How many years in business:
BUILDER MEMBER
Single Family Spec/Tract Building
Single Family General Contracting
Single Family Custom Building
Multifamily Building
Multifamily General Contracting
Remodeling - Residential
Remodeling - Commercial
Commercial Building
Commercial General Contracting
Land Development
Manufacturing of Modular/Panelized/Log Homes
Dollar Volume: Annual Dollar Volume (check one)
____ Under $500,000
____ $1 mil - $4,999,999 ___ $5 mil - $9,999,999
____ $10 mil or more
___ Under $500,000 - $999,999
___ No construction activity
Number of New Residential units built in last 12 months_____
ASSOCIATE
MEMBER
Accountant
Architecture
Engineering
Planner or Designer
Legal Services
Comm’l Banking Thrift/Institution
Mortgage Banking
Insurance or Title Company
Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations
Building Material Manufacturing
Real Estate
Subcontractor/Specialty Trade Contractor
(please describe)
Retail Dealers/Distributors
(please describe)
Wholesale Dealers/Distributors
(please describe)
Other (please specify)
Under what trade reference would you like to be listed
under in the HBASWIL Directory/Website?
Please read and sign the Code of Ethics
verifying your intentions to abide by this
code.
Code of Ethics
As a member in good standing of
the Home Builders Association of
Greater Southwest Illinois, we
believe in and accept the responsibilities and obligations
inherent in our provision of housing, light commercial
construction and any other services. Consistent with NAHB’s
Code of Ethics contained in its constitution, we support the
following objectives:
 To conduct business affairs with professionalism,
skill and written agreements.
 To provide the best housing value possible.
 To protect the consumer through the use of
quality materials and construction practices
backed by integrity and service.
 To provide housing with high standards of
safety, sanitation and livability.
 To meet all financial obligations in a responsible
manner.
 To comply with the spirit and letter of business
contracts, and manage employees, subcontractors
and suppliers with fairness and honor.
 To keep informed regarding public policies and
other essential information which affect our
business interests and those of the building
industry as a whole.
 To comply with the rules and regulations
prescribed by law and government agencies for
the health, safety and welfare of the community.
 To keep honesty as our guiding business policy.
 To provide timely response to items covered
under warranty.
 To seek to resolve controversies through a nonlitigation
dispute resolution mechanism.
 To support and abide by the decisions of the
association in promoting and enforcing this Code
of Ethics.
Members assume the responsibilities in this Code of Ethics
freely and solemnly and are mindful that these responsibilities
are a part of the obligation as members of the Home Builders
Association of Greater Southwest Illinois. We believe that
homeownership should be within reach of all Americans.
Finally, because we hold inviolate the free enterprise system
and American way of life, we pledge our support to our
associates, our local, state and national associations, and all
related industries concerned with the preservation of inalienable
rights and freedoms.
I agree to abide by the above Code of Ethics
___________________________________________________
Signature
___________________________
Date

Home Builders Association of Greater Southwest Illinois
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
And affiliated membership with the
Home Builders Association of Illinois
National Association of Home Builders
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Company Name___________________________________________________________________________________________________
**AS YOU WANT IT TO APPEAR ON ALL PUBLICATIONS**
Public Address (P.O. BOX Not Accepted)___________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address (if different)___________________________________________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________________
State__________________
Zip_______________________
Web Address_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Description of Business_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Primary Contact Name_____________________________________________________ Title___________________________________
Phone___________________________________________________ Fax___________________________________________________
Mobile__________________________________________________
Email_________________________________________________
Sponsor Name (who told you about HBASWIL)_________________________________________________________________________
Business references:
Company_________________________________________ Contact Name________________________ Phone____________________
Company_________________________________________ Contact Name________________________ Phone____________________
I agree to abide by the Constitution, By-Laws and Code of Ethics (and all amendments thereof) of the Home Builders Association of Greater Southwest
Illinois (HBASWIL), the Home Builders Association of Illinois (HBAI) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). In the event of
termination of membership this association, I agree to immediately discontinue use of its insignia and all of the membership benefit programs. A remittance
of $595.00 representing my annual dues in the affiliated associations accompanies this application. I give the HBA of Greater Southwest Illinois
authorization to contact the listed business references.
_____________________________________________
Applicant Signature
HBA of Greater Southwest IL Builder & Associate Annual Membership Dues $595
____ Payment enclosed
____ Pay by credit card: Visa/MasterCard#______________________________________ Exp Date____________ V-Code___________
credit card payments will include an additional 4% convenience fee
____ Payment plan for 3 monthly installments (membership will not take full effect with HBASWIL, HBAI & NAHB until paid in full).
This process is done with ACH funds being directly withdrawn from your bank account or payments made directly to HBASWIL office.
NOTE: Dues payments to Home Builders Association of Greater Southwest Illinois are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax
purposes. However, dues payments may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense, subject to exclusion for lobbying activity. Because a
portion of your dues is used for lobbying by NAHB and HBAI, a set amount is not deductible for income tax purposes. Please see your tax advisor.
Send completed membership application & your annual membership investment to:
HBA of Greater Southwest IL. 6100 W. Main St., Maryville, IL 62062
Ph: (618) 343-6331
Fax: (618) 343-6335
Website: www.hbaswil.org
Application Process: Once the application is completely filled in and received with your payment representing
annual dues, the application will be reviewed the Board of Directors of HBA of Greater Southwest IL.